FRIDAY
Friday was going to be a sunny day.
As we had the day free we thought we
would catch the ferry from Sorrento to Queenscliff.
If you look at the map below we live near where it says
Mornington on the right hand side of the map.
We drove to Sorrento ,left the car there and got on the
ferry for the 40 minute trip across the bay to Queenscliff.
When we got to Queenscliff we were able to get off the ferryonce the cars had driven off.
We walked into Queenscliff and went for a wander.
Love the look of the Vue Grand Hotel
I loved this 1888 Church. 
The door was very weatherbeaten
This 1868 wesley Church is now a book store
Wandering through the streets we saw homes in all
We walked into Queenscliff and went for a wander.
Love the look of the Vue Grand HotelIt apparently also has a great B & B and is a wedding venue
Click the link if you want to know more
I loved this 1888 Church.It is now a restaurant
The door was very weatherbeaten
This 1868 wesley Church is now a book store
Wandering through the streets we saw homes in all
sorts of condition. This beauty was awaiting restoration
This spot was perfect for a morning snack break
We walked for ages and saw some beautiful old homes and gardens
Lots of trees in full bud just waiting for Spring 1st September
Time to put our feet up and enjoy the view while we had 
We could have sat on this bench seat and had a
Don't you just love the arches on this building
We left Queenscliff on the 2pm ferry
At 2.40pm we reached Sorrento
Once we got off the ferry we went and had a Chai Tea in Sorrento
Next stop was Martha Cove so as we could have another walk.
There is a fabulous boardwalk at Martha Cove
The water was so still 
Here is a photo Max took of Daniel today
Don't you love the way they watched the game
There was a game of football going on behind them
Hope your weekend is as much fun for you as
This spot was perfect for a morning snack break
We walked for ages and saw some beautiful old homes and gardens
Lots of trees in full bud just waiting for Spring 1st September
Time to put our feet up and enjoy the view while we had a picnic lunch
We could have sat on this bench seat and had asnooze in the warmth of the Winter sun
Don't you just love the arches on this building
We left Queenscliff on the 2pm ferry
At 2.40pm we reached Sorrento
Once we got off the ferry we went and had a Chai Tea in Sorrento
Next stop was Martha Cove so as we could have another walk.Crazy, I know - as if we hadn't walked enough.
Over 3 hours of wandering through the streets
of Queenscliff should have been enough
There is a fabulous boardwalk at Martha Cove
The water was so stillSo that was our Friday
SATURDAY
SATURDAY
Another wonderful Winter's day saw us going to
watch our son Daniel play football for Dromana
Here is a photo Max took of Daniel todayHe is the gorgeous one in the white shorts
My daughter Melanie brought her children
Lachlan and Chloe to watch Daniel play football
and my younger daughter Amy brought Riley to watch too
Don't you love the way they watched the game
There was a game of football going on behind thembut they had more fun playing with Riley's toys
in a lovely heap of dirt.
Hope your weekend is as much fun for you asit has been so far for my three
grandchildren
27 comments:
Thank you for taking me there! The map really helped. Glad you had a wonderful time. The old buildings are beautiful.
Do you have blisters on your feet! I would have, from all that walking. Keeps you young.
Brenda
Hi Alison
I'm envious! Haven't been over to Queenscliff for ages, your photos will have to keep me content for now.
Bad luck about the footy, I think one more chance next week and that's it? Or maybe Daniel was in a different team
Keep dry
Ooooh, Alison, the last time we were on a ferry up in Washington state 2 years ago I got lost and had to stand up at the "exit" and jump in the car when they pulled up! I have a terrible sense of direction sometimes and thank goodness I had my cell phone or I might still be wandering that ferry, sugar. *Sigh*..........
Of course, they laughed themselves silly......brats......hubby and kids and grandkids.........
xoxo,
Connie
Hi Alison
Lovely trip. I'm just curious why the churches closed? I wonder what the inside of the church restaurant looks like? Was it cold? Later, dear, Lori
Lovely post Alison! I especially like the football match watchers part! 'Yeah they love football, they watch it every weekend!" Hahaha! I love to see kids doing their game no matter what! Have a nice Sunday whatever is left of it in your part of the world!
What a gorgeous day Alison...I think eating your fish and chips on that bench with that view would have been heavenly. The children obviously had a wonderful time watching the game....xv
i can tell the little ones really love their football...LOL...what a beautiful day...all of your pictures are so lovely Alison...the old buildings there are gorgeous!!!
What a wonderful way to spend a Saturday. Loved all your photos, thank you for sharing.
Michelle
Those old churches and buildings are beautiful! Your grandkids look like their having a blast.
Have a great weekend!
Sherry
What an absolutely wonderful weekend you had. I so enjoyed seeing all those beautiful buildings.
Hugs Karen
I love all the old buildings, i don't get out much so this was great to go somewhere I've never been! I love to sight see!
Hi Alison Queenscliffe is gorgeous haven't been there for over 5 years I think I might have to take the kids on the ferry next time we go to our beachhouse they will love it. Take care Carol
Feel like I'm right there with you! I love the revamped churches - they must be pretty inside.
Karla
so lovely! I always appreciate the architecture of churches.
Looks like you both Had such a wonderful romantic day.....I my self love Queenscliff... thats where hubby and I always went for a romantic weekend away, I think we have only gone back there 2 or 3times with our cherubs, just beautiful.
And kids will always be distracted away from anything as long as they have sand and toys....lol.
Thanks for poping over and kind words.
Hugs
Kirstie.
I do love your outings Alison! How about that little Riley, not so little now! Rachaelxo
Love the old church and the water looks just so lovely!
-c
yapping cat
What a fun trip! Thank you for taking us along. I love the bookstore building...totally fabuluous. Your adorable grandchildren are soooo lucky to have YOU for a grand mummy!!
xx
becky
What a lovely get away. You are quite the walker.
Hiya Alison,
Wow it looks like you guys just had the perfect weekend. I love all the old buildings, especially the old church/book store. How gorgeous is that!
And i love the pics of your feet relaxing up on the hill. So fun!
Hugs,
Shann :)
What a fun relaxing time you had even with all that walking! I love Queenscliff, we used to go there lots but haven't been there for ages! My in-laws had a bus that was converted into a campervan type thing down at their caravan park and we spent one Christmas day down there, it's so beautiful! Have you ever been to the market down there?
I hope you don't mind that I've used your lovely seaglass picture today (8/19) @ A Beach Lovers Place.
Great collection of photos to take all the bloggers on tour with you across the bay. Queenscliffe is a delightful town, we visited there often when we lived in Melbourne. You are so lucky to be able to pop across for an afternoon.
Hi Alison,
Beautiful photos!!!
Thanks for visitng me.
Chat soon,
Rosemary
When we recently went to Australia, we went to sorrento, it was one of my favorite places on the trip!!
Poor starfish..
xoxo, Tiffany
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